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Vitiligo (/ ˌ v ɪ t ɪ ˈ l aɪ ɡ oʊ /, vi-ti-leye-goh) is a chronic autoimmune disorder that causes patches of skin to lose pigment or color. [1] The cause of vitiligo is unknown, but it may be related to immune system changes, genetic factors, stress, or sun exposure.
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A beauty mark or beauty spot is a euphemism for a type of dark facial mark so named because such birthmarks are sometimes considered an attractive feature. [1] Medically, such "beauty marks" are generally melanocytic nevus, more specifically the compound variant. Moles of this type may also be located elsewhere on the body, and may also be ...
Many white spots On the face of a baby Molluscum or contagiosum Small, firm, round bumps with pits in the center that may sit on tiny stalks Anywhere Scarlet fever: Becomes confluent and forms bright red lines in the skin creases of the neck, armpits and groins (Pastia's lines) Face, chest and back, whole body, armpits, inside elbows, groins
The presence of white spots on your nails can mean a number of things. Experts say the discoloration is most commonly due to injury and is usually not a major cause for concern.
If the pore closes, it'll appear white and is called a whitehead; if the pore remains open it looks dark and is called a blackhead. First thing's first: Acne as a whole is extremely common.
Fordyce spots on scrotum Fordyce spots on lips. On the shaft of the penis, Fordyce spots are more visible when the skin is stretched, and may only be noticeable during an erection. [8] The spots can also appear on the skin of the scrotum. [8] Oral Fordyce granules appear as rice-like granules, white or yellow-white in color.
A milium (pl.: milia), also called a milk spot or an oil seed, [1] is a clog of the eccrine sweat gland. It is a keratin-filled cyst that may appear just under the epidermis or on the roof of the mouth. [2] [3]: 780 Milia are commonly associated with newborn babies, but may appear on people of any age.